As the spring semester comes to an end, freshmen students opened up about their first year at the University of La Verne and agreed that maintaining friendships was essential to keeping the college experience alive in an exclusively online learning environment.
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Commentary: Taking control, one day at a time
Today I got up late, about 11 a.m. Compared to some of my other friends, that’s pretty early. But then again, we are in college.
Commentary: Coming to terms with the new normal
I flew back home planning only to stay for the duration of spring break then return to campus to finish off the spring semester.
Commentary: Finding a bright spot in quarantine
My senior year in college was supposed to be filled with laughter, fun moments with my friends, and self discovery as I approach the time when I am supposed to finalize my career. I have always been one with a plan, but it is safe to say the things I have experienced due to the […]
Students share Valentine’s plans
Friday is Valentine’s Day, and University of La Verne students have a variety of ideas and expectations for the romantic holiday.
College hacks: Saving and feeling comfortable
University of La Verne students are pressed for cash and are looking into alternative ways to help them adapt to college living. Many students have taken it upon themselves to turn their dorm room into more than a place to sleep, but a home away from home.
Commentary: CAPA students are shut out of on-campus events
The University automatically includes an Associated Students of University of La Verne activity fee into traditional undergraduate tuition that helps pay for the numerous on and off campus events, including their biggest of the spring semester, Lavernapalooza.
Squirrels go nuts
The fox squirrel, commonly seen around campus, is formally known as Sciurus niger.
Students should forge their own path
For most students, going to college is officially the time to become an adult and gain independence from parents. They take control over what to do and when to do it, since mom and dad are no longer in charge.
Hoverboards a fleeting transit trend
In mid 2015, you could not go anywhere without seeing someone on a weird little gadget without handlebars whooshing around town — and now, just like every high-tech trend that quickly rises in popularity, they were soon stuffed away in closets and garages.